The Jamaica Library Service began celebrations marking its sixtieth (60th) year of existence in May 2008. Since its establishment in 1948, the organization has grown to encompass a network 610 service points, including 18 areas of service to special categories of users and 926 school libraries. Through this dynamic network, the organization plays a major role in the development of Jamaicans; with access to information of all types, providing them with the tools for continuing education thereby enabling opportunities for social and economic advancement and well-being. ...more>